Rehab saves lives. There’s no disputing that. With the opioid crisis catapulting addiction into the national limelight, there has been a much-needed push for Americans…
For the last few years, the non-opioid medication Gabapentin (branded as Neurontin and predecessor to schedule V drug Lyrica) has skyrocketed in opioid overdose toxicology…
Dope sick. The intense fear of this all-consuming affliction drives many users to continue seeking out their opiate of choice long past that initial desire…
It’s probably been a good minute since you’ve heard about barbiturates. They have fallen out of usage in the last few decades due to their…
Many people struggling with substance abuse are completely unaware that they qualify for up to 12 weeks of government-mandated protected time off from their jobs…
Let’s get down to brass tacks: for most people, substance abuse is not a well-understood disease. Getting help feels daunting and foreign. Loved ones often…
Holidays have a way of reminding us about the long-term cost of substance abuse. As the itch to use occupies our minds through holiday gatherings,…
Recovery is not a destination, it’s a journey. A hallmark of long journeys is the toolbox that helps propel you through life’s daily routines and…
At first, emerging from years (or even decades) of a drug or alcohol-induced haze is exhilarating. Reality hasn’t quite settled in yet, you’re feeling rejuvenated,…
It’s hard enough to make the decision to let go of your drug/drink of choice. And that’s not for a lack of knowing addiction is…